English Lakes Hotels Trust Fund

The English Lakes Hotels Trust Fund provides grants to support employees of English Lakes Hotels and charitable or not-for-profit groups delivering community projects in specific areas of Cumbria and Lancashire. The fund was established by English Lakes Hotels and is administered by Cumbria Community Foundation. It offers flexible grant amounts based on applicant type, with individual grants typically exceeding £100 and group grants typically under £1,000, though there are no maximum award limits. The fund prioritizes projects that address hardship, assist families in crisis, promote education (particularly internships and apprenticeships), and support the Christian church and community projects. Examples of supported projects include funeral costs for families experiencing hardship and premises hire for hubs serving homeless young people.